Marinade For Chicken

A marinade for chicken offers a great depth of flavor and at the same time, enhances the chicken taste. A marinade also makes the chicken juicier. To obtain the best results, let the chicken absorb the marinade overnight. If in a hurry, soak the chicken in the marinade for at least 4 hours. It’s hard to go wrong with grilled or broiled chicken soaked in a good marinade.

1. Spicy Marinade For Chicken

2 or 3 lbs. chicken breast, cut into small strips.

2 tsp. cumin

1 tsp. chili powder, (or more, if desired)

1 tsp. ginger

¼ tsp. ground allspice

¼ tsp. paprika

freshly ground black pepper

¼ tsp. oregano

salt

fresh lime wedges

Whisk the spices in a bowl.

Place the chicken strips in the bowl, and refrigerate 4 or 5 hours.

Preheat broiler, or prepare the charcoal grill.

Place the marinated meat under the broiler, or on the grill.

Cook each side until browns.

This marinade will create a crust.

Serve with wedges of fresh lime.

2. Balsamic Glazed Marinade For Chicken

4 lb. chicken

½ cup balsamic vinegar

½ cup honey

1 tbs. brown sugar

3 garlic cloves, crushed

1 tsp. ground sage

2 tbsp. olive oil

1 dash dried thyme

1 shallot, minced

freshly ground pepper

Combine all the ingredients, except the chicken, in a large bowl.

Place the chicken in the bowl, and spoon the marinade over it.

Cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Preheat the oven to 375 F.

Bake the chicken in a roasting pan for 1 hour.

3. Orange Ginger Marinade For Chicken

2 lbs. chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces

6 oz. orange juice concentrate

¼ cup vegetable oil

2 tsp. garlic, minced

2 tbsp. lemon juice

1 tsp. ground ginger

1 tbsp. parsley, finely chopped

½ tsp. rosemary

½ tsp. oregano

½ tsp. marjoram

½ tsp. thyme

salt and pepper

Combine all the ingredients, except the chicken, in a large mixing bowl.

Immerse the chicken in the marinade, and refrigerate for a few hours.

Prepare the charcoal grill, and cook the chicken on skewers.

4. Peanut Butter Marinade For Chicken

2 whole boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch chunks

¼ cup brown sugar

¼ cup white wine vinegar

¼ cup tomato paste

3 large garlic cloves, chopped

¼ cup peanut butter

Place the chicken breast in a shallow container.

Whisk the rest of the ingredients in a small bowl.

Pour this mixture over the chicken pieces, tossing well, until well coated.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Cook the chicken pieces under a broiler, or on a charcoal grill, until each side turns golden.

Sprinkle the chicken with the rest of the marinade.

5. Lemon Marinade For Chicken

3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

1 fresh lemon

1 tbsp. Dijon mustard

½ cup red wine vinegar

¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

1 tsp. dried oregano

½ tsp. ground sage

¼ cup olive oil

freshly ground pepper

salt

Combine all the ingredients, except the chicken, in a large bowl, and mix well.

Put the chicken in the bowl, and refrigerate for 3 or 4 hours.

Prepare the charcoal or gas grill.

Grill the chicken pieces over medium heat, until cooked.

6. Tandoori Style Marinade For Chicken

3 boneless and skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips

1 tbsp. cumin

2 tsp. coriander

3 garlic cloves, crushed

1 pinch saffron

1 cup plain yogurt

salt

Mix all the spices in a bowl.

Add the chicken to the bowl.

Cover, and allow it to marinade for 3 or 4 hours.

Prepare the charcoal or gas grill.

Place the chicken pieces on it, and cook until each side browns, turning from time to time